Multiple choice

The conducting tissues in plants to conduct prepared food from the leaf to storage organs and growing region is called

  1. Xylem

  2. Tracheids

  3. Collenchyma

  4. Phloem

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D Correct answer
Explanation

Phloem is the vascular tissue responsible for transporting sugars and organic nutrients (photosynthates) from leaves to storage organs and growing parts. Xylem transports water and minerals upward. Tracheids are xylem cells for water transport, and collenchyma provides structural support.